HB 2886
Railroads; defining terms; providing for type of identification required to be shown following a railroad accident or incident; emergency.
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies definitions related to railroads in Oklahoma, specifically defining terms like ‘FRA Certified Conductor’ and ‘Railroad accident or incident.’ It establishes that following a railroad accident or incident, railroad employees – including certified conductors and engineers – are not required to present their driver’s licenses to law enforcement or safety officers, but instead can provide their FRA certification as identification. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.
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